Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 169,547 miles on the clock, averaging 8,227 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for LS08 YGJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 169,547 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,379 |
| Average per year | 8,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LS08 YGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LS08 YGJ
What car is LS08 YGJ?
LS08 YGJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LS08 YGJ?
The last recorded mileage for LS08 YGJ was 169,547 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS08 YGJ passed its MOT?
LS08 YGJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2020.
Is LS08 YGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 YGJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LS08 YGJ?
LS08 YGJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.